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Boneyard Beer has announced its closing its Division Street pub in Bend, Oregon, on October 11, 2026, marking the brewery’s exit from the restaurant business while its Lake Place taproom and production brewery remain open.

Founded by Tony Lawrence in 2010, Boneyard has become a Bend craft-beer staple, for its flagship RPM IPA.

Reflecting on how Boneyard came to this conclusion, founder Tony Lawerence states: “Running a restaurant these days has had its challenges. … We are who we are because of our incredible team and the local community here in Bend and beyond. We’re going back to where it all started, at our Lake Place tasting room and brewery.”

If you want to learn more, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

Bend, OR, September 10, 2026: Boneyard Pub announced today that the pub location on NE Division St. in Bend will be closing in a month. The planned closure date is October 11, 2026. While Boneyard is stepping away from the restaurant business, Boneyard Beer isn’t going anywhere. The original Boneyard taproom location at 37 NW Lake Place in Bend and the production brewery will continue operations.

“The Boneyard Pub is a separate business from our tasting room and production brewery. Running a restaurant these days has had its challenges. I am incredibly humbled and grateful to my team and the community for making Boneyard what it is today. The nature of how Boneyard was built was a sum of odd parts, literally parts from 13 different breweries, and the same can be said about how we built our pub and tasting room,” said Tony Lawrence, Boneyard Beer Founder. “We are who we are because of our incredible team and the local community here in Bend and beyond. We’re going back to where it all started, at our Lake Place tasting room and brewery.”

Boneyard Beer, founded by Tony Lawrence in 2010, is a craft staple in the Bend community and beyond. RPM IPA, the brewery’s flagship beer, is the top-selling craft beer in OR and found around town at nearly every bar and restaurant. The iconic Bend, OR based brewery has seen tremendous growth this year and is up 32.5%1in sales, and in the Pacific Northwest RPM IPA volume sales are up 42.8%2 year to date.

The Boneyard team is focusing these next few weeks on supporting employees and helping them find other opportunities at Boneyard, Deschutes Brewery, and within the local community. After the Division St. pub closes, gift cards to the Boneyard pub will be honored at the Lake Place location through the end of 2026. Follow Boneyard on Instagram @boneyardbeer for any additional announcements about the last month at Division St.

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River Barrel Distributing has announced its expanding its Western Washington craft portfolio, adding Left Hand Brewing, Anderson Valley Brewing, Occidental Brewing, and Steeplejack Brewing.

The move comes as beer distribution continues to consolidate, with River Barrel emphasizing independent, hands-on representation over sheer portfolio size.

One of those who is excited about the new partnership is COO Chris Lennert whom stated:

“Our two companies share similar values — independence, quality, and a commitment to educating and taking care of our customers. We couldn't be more excited to partner with River Barrel"

For more on this, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

River Barrel Doubles Down on Independent Craft with Portfolio Expansion

River Barrel is expanding its craft portfolio and strengthening its hands-on approach to distribution across Western Washington.

The Pacific Northwest has long been one of the country's great craft beer regions, built by breweries, neighborhood bottle shops, bars, restaurants, and retailers willing to take chances on good beer and the people behind it. As the distribution side of the industry continues to consolidate, River Barrel Distributing is heading in a different direction.

Left Hand Brewing, Anderson Valley Brewing, Occidental Brewing, and Steeplejack Brewing are transitioning from Odom to River Barrel Distributing, marking one of the largest portfolio additions in River Barrel's history.

The move adds four established breweries to a River Barrel portfolio that has already grown considerably over the past year. "When we look at where the industry is headed, we know we aren't trying to become the biggest distributor in Washington," said Joe Cohen, owner of River Barrel Distributing. "We want to become the distributor known for thoughtful representation, exceptional service, and long-term partnerships."

A Bigger Commitment to Craft

Brand movement is nothing new in beer distribution. Breweries change partners, portfolios change hands, and distributors adjust their focus. River Barrel and Odom worked together on the latest transition with the goal of putting the four breweries in a position to succeed over the long term.

For River Barrel, the fit is straightforward. The company has built its business around craft beer and maintains a strong presence in the independent bottle shops, bars, restaurants, grocery stores, and specialty accounts where these brands have long been relevant.

"Left Hand Brewing has been a part of the Washington craft beer scene since 2007, best known for our Milk Stout Nitro and Peanut Butter Milk Stout, along with our unique seasonal offerings. This past spring, we expanded our portfolio in the state with Dry Dock Brewing, celebrated for its iconic Apricot Blonde. As the #1 craft stout and the #1 apricot beer in the country, we're excited to continue bringing our beers to the best craft beer spots in Washington with our new partnership with River Barrel Distributing. Our two companies share similar values — independence, quality, and a commitment to educating and taking care of our customers. We couldn't be more excited to partner with River Barrel," said Chris Lennert, COO at Left Hand.

Left Hand and Anderson Valley bring decades of brewing history and established followings in Washington. Occidental and Steeplejack add two highly regarded Oregon breweries with a natural fit in River Barrel's Pacific Northwest-focused portfolio.

They also join a growing list of recent additions. Over the past year, River Barrel has brought on Bierly Brewing, Jellyfish Brewing, Slightly Furry, and Schönramer, while continuing to build its specialty import, cider, and non-alcoholic business.

The common thread isn't simply adding more brands. It's finding producers that fit the way River Barrel sells beer.

"Our goal has never been to carry the most brands," Cohen said. "It's to represent the right brands. We want every supplier in our portfolio to receive meaningful attention and every retailer to know they're working with a team that genuinely believes in the products we sell."

Staying Close to the Market

River Barrel operates from Kent and serves retailers throughout Western Washington. Its sales team works directly with neighborhood bottle shops, restaurants and bars, grocery retailers, and specialty beverage accounts across the region. That local presence matters. It gives the company direct feedback from buyers, helps the team identify opportunities quickly, and allows sales reps to spend time actually selling and educating accounts on the brands they represent.

River Barrel has also invested in making the nuts and bolts of distribution easier for customers. Its Fresh Sheet provides current inventory and pricing, while online ordering gives retailers more ways to place orders and keep up with new releases.

For River Barrel, those things are all connected: know the products, know the customers, deliver consistently, and make it easy to do business.

What's Next

Beer distribution isn't going to stop changing. There will be more consolidation, more portfolio movement, and more breweries deciding what they need from a distributor. River Barrel sees room in that changing market for a locally owned distributor that remains focused on craft.

"The future of craft distribution for us isn't built by having the largest portfolio," Cohen said. "It's built by earning trust, staying close to our market, and building partnerships that last. If we continue doing that, growth becomes the result, not the objective."

About River Barrel Distributing

River Barrel Distributing is an independent craft beverage distributor based in Kent, Washington, serving retailers throughout Western Washington. The company specializes in craft beer, premium imports, cider, and non-alcoholic beverages, with knowledgeable sales support, responsive customer service, and dependable weekly delivery.

The Washington Beer Awards return for its 2026 Fresh Hop Competition, inviting Washington breweries to register their fresh hop beers while the season’s harvest is still at its peak, for judging by their peers.

Registration runs September 8–17, with entries accepted September 25–October 7 and blind judging on October 11.

Winners will be announced October 15 at Growler Guys in Lake City.

Organizers Mark Emiley and Peter Twigg say the goal is “to recognize the unique characters of the fresh hop beers and to celebrate the harvest of the hops.”

If you want to learn more, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

We are proud to invite you to enter the Washington Beer Awards Fresh Hop Competition. We have brought back this separate competition to allow for a focused judging of fresh hop beers to allow them to be recognized in their prime.

The Fresh Hop Competition will be held in mid-October with entries due in early October, allowing you time to brew and submit a variety of fresh hop beers styles and for them to be evaluated while still in their prime. Medals will be provided to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in at least nine award categories.

The registration period will be open from September 8th to September 17th with entries due in early October. Judging will take place October 11th, and winners will be announced on Thursday, October 15th at Growler Guys in Lake City. Results will be posted online immediately afterwards.

The fresh hop competition will not be counted towards our main Washington Beer Awards, and participation in the fresh hop competition does not require your participation in the primary competition (and vice versa). Our goal is to recognize the unique characters of the fresh hop beers and to celebrate the harvest of the hops.

Complete details for the fresh hop component of the Washington Beer Awards will be available at www.wabeerawards.com/freshhop. You can sign up to be kept in the loop on competition updates on the website, our e-mail list, and our Facebook page. More details are on the other side of this letter.

We hope to have your involvement and participation in the 2026 Washington Beer Awards Fresh Hop Competition.

Cheers,

Mark Emiley and Peter Twigg
Washington Beer Awards
organizers@wabeerawards.com
Key dates for the 2026 Washington Beer Awards Fresh Hop Competition:

• September 8th - 17th: Online Registration Open

• September 19th: Invoices sent to breweries

• September 22nd: Bottle labels sent to breweries

• September 25th - October 7th: Entry Drop Window

• October 11th: Blind Judging

• October 15th: Awards Announcement @ Growler Guys in Lake City

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Fremont Brewing is releasing 6 Killer Native Lager, a limited-edition collaboration between the Seattle football icon Sonny Sixkiller and the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe. The “crisp, highly drinkable lager” has a neutral malted foundation and finishes light and dry.

Brewed with Premium Pilsner malt, flaked rice, Carapils, Acidulated malt and Cashmere Cryo hops, 6 Killer Native Lager arrives at 4.8% ABV and will be sold in 16-ounce four-packs and on draft.

Already available at Fremont Brewing’s Urban Beer Garden look for this at select locations and Husky Stadium during the NCAA Football season.

The project was conceived by Sonny’s son, Tyson Sixkiller who stated:

“I’ve obviously known my dad as Dad my entire life, but I also understand what Sonny Sixkiller means to generations of people around Seattle and throughout the region… Working at Fremont, I started thinking about how much fun it would be to create something together. What started as an idea became an opportunity to bring my dad, Fremont and a great partner in the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe together to make a beer we’re all really proud of.”

For more information, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

SEATTLE, WA (August 27, 2026) – Fremont Brewing today announced the release of 6 Killer Native Lager, a new limited-release beer created with Seattle football icon Sonny Sixkiller and in collaboration with the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe.

The idea for 6 Killer Native Lager originated with Tyson Sixkiller, Sonny’s son and a Sales Account Manager at Fremont Brewing, who saw an opportunity to create something with his father through the brewery where he works. The project also provided an opportunity to build upon Sonny’s longstanding relationship with the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe, which has been a supportive partner through charitable golf tournaments and other efforts over the years.

“I’ve obviously known my dad as Dad my entire life, but I also understand what Sonny Sixkiller means to generations of people around Seattle and throughout the region,” said Tyson Sixkiller, Sales Account Manager at Fremont Brewing. “Working at Fremont, I started thinking about how much fun it would be to create something together. What started as an idea became an opportunity to bring my dad, Fremont and a great partner in the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe together to make a beer we’re all really proud of.”

The result is 6 Killer Native Lager, a crisp, highly drinkable lager featuring a clean malt body and light hop finish. Brewed with Premium Pilsner malt, crisp flaked rice, Carapils and Acidulated malt with Cashmere Cryo hops, the beer comes in at 4.8% ABV.

Sonny Sixkiller became one of the most recognizable figures in Seattle college football during his college career in the 1970’s and has remained closely connected to the community in the decades since. His signature is prominently featured alongside the beer’s distinctive gold “6,” creating a package that pays tribute to a name and number familiar to generations of Northwest football fans.

“When Tyson first brought the idea to me, I thought it sounded like a lot of fun,” said Sonny Sixkiller. “To be able to do something like this with my son, Fremont Brewing and friends at the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe makes it special. And most importantly, they made a really good beer.”

For Fremont Brewing, the collaboration offered an opportunity to bring an idea from one of its own team members to life while celebrating relationships that have been built over many years.

“This project really started with Tyson, and that’s what makes it special for us,” said Andy Fogarty, President of Fremont Brewing. “He had an idea centered around his dad and relationships that have been built over many years, and our brewing team had the opportunity to turn that idea into a beer. Sonny is an iconic figure in this city, but at its heart, 6 Killer is a story about a father and son creating something incredibly special together to honor a legacy.”

6 Killer Native Lager will be available in 16-ounce four-packs and on draft beginning August 28. The limited release will be available at Fremont Brewing’s Urban Beer Garden and select locations, as well as at Husky Stadium throughout the 2026 football season.

Additional appearances and events featuring Sonny Sixkiller are planned throughout the fall, including an event from 3pm-5pm on Friday, August 28th at Fremont Urban Beer Garden and an early September launch celebration at the Duchess Tavern in Seattle.

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About Fremont Brewing

Fremont Brewing is an award-winning craft brewery founded in 2009 to brew small-batch artisan beers made with the best local ingredients. Fremont Brewing is known for its award-winning IPAs, barrel-aged beers , and non-alcoholic beers. Legions of fans have enjoyed the hospitality of the Urban Beer Garden in Fremont and now have a Columbia City beer garden to enjoy as well. Fremont Brewing…Because Beer Matters.

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Oakshire will pause operations at Oakshire Commons in downtown Springfield, Oregon, following service Aug. 30, less than 18 months after the taproom opened.

In their press release CEO Jeff Althouse shared the Detroit-style pizza and beer concept wasn’t as well-received as they hoped, though it remains pleased with the team and space.

“The Oakshire Commons team has done exceptional work creating a comfortable, welcoming space for the Springfield community while serving our beer and pizza.”

Rather than calling it a permanent closure, Oakshire is considering ways to make the location more relevant including coffee and a faster lunch offering.

images in slideshow, courtesy Oakshire Brewing

As Jeff Althouse puts it:

“We see an opportunity to make the Oakshire Commons space more relevant to more people throughout the day,”

If you want to learn more, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

Oakshire will pause operations at Oakshire Commons in downtown Springfield following service on Sunday, August 30. 

Oakshire Commons opened in April 2025 at 416 Main Street as a taproom with pizza, built around Oakshire beer, Detroit-style bar pies and a comfortable place for people to gather downtown. 

“We’re proud of what we built here,” said Oakshire founder and CEO Jeff Althouse. “The Oakshire Commons team has done exceptional work creating a comfortable, welcoming space for the Springfield community while serving our beer and pizza. We’re really happy with the team and the space. At the same time, we’re simply not meeting our business goals, and we're not comfortable continuing with the current model.” 

Oakshire is describing the move as a pause rather than a permanent closure. No decision has been made about a future concept or reopening date. 

The Oakshire Commons space sits near a concentration of downtown offices and public institutions, including the City of Springfield, Springfield Utility Board, Springfield Police and the Springfield Public Library. Oakshire Commons was designed primarily as a taproom, and the company has spent time considering whether the space could also serve more morning and lunch business. 

The current Detroit-style pizza program is designed primarily for guests dining in or ordering ahead. Pizzas generally take 20 to 30 minutes to prepare, making them a good fit for a taproom visit, dinner or planned meal, but less suited to someone looking for a quick lunch during the workday. 

“We see an opportunity to make the Oakshire Commons space more relevant to more people throughout the day,” Althouse said. “Coffee and a faster lunch option are two things we’ve been thinking about, but we haven’t made any decisions about what comes next.” 

Oakshire Commons will continue operating through Sunday, August 30, with regular hours planned through its final weeks, subject to scheduling adjustments. 

About Oakshire 

Founded in Eugene, Oregon in 2006, Oakshire began as a craft brewery and has grown into a company that creates places for communities to gather and grow. Oakshire operates three taproom locations in Eugene, NE Portland, and Springfield. Independently owned by its founder and community owners, Oakshire continues to brew exceptional craft beer. More info at oakbrew.com.

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Fort George Brewing invites you to try their latest year-round Tropical West Coast IPA, Island Towns.

Inspired by its coastal Oregon home of Astoria and brewed with fruit-forward Superdelic alongside citrusy Citra and Chinook hops, the beer balances lush tropical fruit, subtle sweetness and West Coast citrus.

Either as a four-season escape and available on draft or in six-packs, Island Towns was inspired by Fort George’s home town of Astoria, Oregon, and it’s water-bound characters and community.

If you follow the following accounts on social media, expect to see announcements associated with Island Towns launch:

Asylum Spirits, Noble Hop, Red Hot, Beach Hut Deli, The Barn.

If you want to learn more about Fort George’s latest release, we’ve included their mini-press release below.

Press Release

Astoria, Oregon, the home of Fort George, might not technically be an island but it can feel like an island sometimes. Not the lonely, isolated John Donne sort of island (that no man is), but a cheerful, welcoming, community-rich island. Surrounded by water on three sides, Astoria is diverse and ecologically unique with its own culture and custom. Island Towns aren’t always out of the way - this one is easy to visit. Wherever you are - you’re just one pint away.

Like the town it was brewed in, Island Towns isn’t just a summer destination. In a new, year-round 6pack, this Tropical West Coast IPA is lush, a little sweet, and perfect for activities in any season. If you’re ready to escape the crush of city life, if you’re ready to go a little slower, enjoy your time on Astoria Island with Island Towns.

Island Towns is brewed with a mix of cutting edge, fruit-forward hops like Superdelic and the bold, citrus-y west coast flavor of Citra and Chinook. Modern brewing science and warm sandy beaches, ripe tropical fruit on the breeze and a refreshing citrusy breeze off the Pacific - it’s a brand new, year-round Tropical West Coast IPA from Fort George.

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Day One Distribution celebrates it 10th anniversary with “Dayapalooza: 10 Years of Day One,” a three-day tap takeover at all three Loyal Legion Beer Hall locations in Oregon (Portland, Portland Airport, and Beaverton), August 19–21.

Known for their specialty craft beer distribution, they are showcasing more than 30 beer and cider brands, complimented by cocktails featuring Son of Man Vermouth and Handshake Bitters.

First founded by Robby Roda in 2016, Day One distributes 30 local breweries and brings more than 100 breweries from around the country into Oregon annually. Keeping it simple, Robby Rodda states:

"We’re excited to celebrate this major milestone as one of the West Coast's most unique and durable specialty distributors" says Day One founder, and co-owner, Robby Roda. "It’s a great opportunity to look back at what we’ve accomplished, not to mention being able to celebrate all our friends, suppliers, and customers in the beer industry who’ve always supported us to this point."

If you want to learn more, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

Portland, OR (August 11, 2026): Specialty craft beer distributor Day One Distribution is officially celebrating its 10th anniversary next week with tap takeovers at all three Loyal Legion Beer Hall locations in Oregon. "Dayapalooza: 10 Years of Day One" kicks off at the Southeast location on Wednesday August 19th, then continues Thursday the 20th at the Beaverton location, and at the PDX Airport location Friday the 21st.

Founded on August 26th, 2016, the Portland-based Day One Distribution has traditionally featured a “Dayapalooza” tap-takeover event at Loyal Legion over the past 3 years, but decided to take things up a notch by celebrating being in operation for a decade.

"We’re excited to celebrate this major milestone as one of the West Coast's most unique and durable specialty distributors" says Day One founder, and co-owner, Robby Roda. "It’s a great opportunity to look back at what we’ve accomplished, not to mention being able to celebrate all our friends, suppliers, and customers in the beer industry who’ve always supported us to this point."

Loyal Legion will be pouring special cocktails featuring Son of Man Vermouth and Handshake Bitters, in addition to collectively featuring over 30 of Day One’s beer and cider brands:

Binary Brewing - Beaverton, OR
Bottle Logic Brewing - Anaheim, CA
Bull Run Cider - Forest Grove, OR
Cellarmaker Brewing - Oakland, CA
Chuckanut Brewery - Burlington, WA
Douglas Lager - Tacoma, WA
El Segundo Brewing - El Segundo, CA
ForeLand Beer - Portland, OR
Funky Fauna Artisan Ales - Bend, OR
Ghost Town Brewing - Oakland, CA
Grains of Wrath - Camas, WA
Great Notion Brewing - Portland, OR
HenHouse Brewing - Santa Rosa, CA
Hetty Alice Brewing - Portland, OR
Human People Beer - Seattle, WA
Irrelevant Beer - Vancouver, WA
Little Beast Brewing - Portland, OR
Living Haus Beer - Portland, OR
Moonraker Brewing - Auburn, CA
Paperback Brewing - Glendale, CA
Pizza Port Brewing - Carlsbad, CA
Ruse Brewing - Portland, OR
Single Hill Brewing - Yakima, WA
Son of Man Cider - Cascade Locks, OR
Stemma Brewing - Bellingham, WA
Stray Cider - Portland, OR
3 Floyds Brewing - Munster, IN
Threshold Brewing - Portland, OR
Tiny Giants Brewing - Portland, OR
Varietal Beer - Sunnyside, WA
Vice Beer - Vancouver, WA
Yonder Cider - Wenatchee, WA


About Day One Distribution:
Day One Distribution was launched in the summer of 2016 by craft beer veteran, Robby Roda. The initial focus was to supply in-demand small specialty craft beer from Southern California into the booming craft beer industry of Portland, Oregon.Today, Day One regularly distributes 30 local breweries and brings in over 100 different breweries from around the country each year for limited specialty releases, tap takeover events, and for distribution throughout the state of Oregon.

About Loyal Legion Beer Hall:
Loyal Legion Beer Hall originated in Portland, Oregon as a way to celebrate local craft beer, and has since expanded to Beaverton, Oregon, The Portland Airport, and Vancouver, Washington. To honor the craft brewing tradition, we knew we needed two things: the best selection of local beer in the country and the best tap system in the country. With 99 beers on tap and a tap system that rivals a NASA program, we've built our bars around both. Add a ferocious commitment to quality through beer line cleaning and maintenance, and we can guarantee not only the best selection but the highest quality product as well.

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Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery has released two limited Brewer’s Reserve sour ales: 2025 Pêche Mode and 2024 Devil’s Cuvée Kriek.

Only available in 375mL bottles, both expressions showcase the use of local fruit and the resilience of extended aging.

At 6% ABV, Pêche Mode, spent nearly a year on almost 500 pounds of peaches with house yeast and Brettanomyces Claussenii. The end result is one what has notes of bright peach, citrus and farmhouse notes along with a crisp, dry, tart finish.

Meanwhile, at 9.9%, Devil’s Cuvée was aged on Van and Bing cherries sourced in the Hood River region, before undergoing a year in American oak. The resulting expression has notes of “… black cherry, blackberry, currant, vanilla, and oak unfold into a dry, tannic finish that drinks more like a bold red wine than a traditional sour ale.”

For more information, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

Latest Brewer’s Reserve Releases Showcases Double Mountain’s Sour Program

At Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery, the Brewer’s Reserve Sour Program isn’t just another lineup of specialty beers, it’s a long-term labor of love. Crafted in small batches, fermented with wild cultures, and aged patiently for months (and sometimes years), these beers showcase the remarkable fruit of the Hood River Valley alongside the beauty of time.

Each year, Double Mountain produces a limited collection of Belgian-style sour ales using locally grown fruit, house yeast cultures, and Brettanomyces. The beers rest on whole fruit for months before the brewers decide they’re ready. Some are bottled straight from the fruit, while others continue their journey in oak barrels, developing even greater depth and complexity over another year or more.

This year, Double Mountain is proud to release two exceptional additions to the Brewer’s Reserve lineup: 2025 Pêche Mode Belgian Style Sour Ale Aged on Peaches and 2024 Devil’s Cuvée Kriek Barrel-aged Belgian Style Sour Ale with Cherries. While both beers may make limited appearances on draft in the taprooms, they are primarily available in 375mL bottles, which are perfect for sharing, cellaring, or pairing with a special meal.

For Head Brewer Greg Balch and the brewing team, patience extends well beyond the aging process. Brewing with Brettanomyces requires meticulous planning and an enormous amount of cleaning. “When these beers are finished, we practically take the brewery apart and scrub everything down,” says Balch. “It’s days of work, but that’s the price of making beers like these. They’re unlike anything else we brew, and they’re absolutely worth the effort.”

The 2025 Pêche Mode also marks the beginning of another chapter. A portion of this year’s batch has already been transferred into freshly emptied oak barrels from Devil’s Cuvée, where it will continue aging for the next year before emerging as Pêche Cuvée in late summer 2027.

These beers represent some of the longest projects in Double Mountain’s cellar and some of its most rewarding. Quantities are extremely limited, and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

9.9% ABV | 11 BU

Crafted from Devil’s Kriek aged on Hood River Van and Bing cherries before spending an additional year in American oak barrels, Devil’s Cuvée is rich, layered, and deeply expressive. Notes of black cherry, blackberry, currant, vanilla, and oak unfold into a dry, tannic finish that drinks more like a bold red wine than a traditional sour ale.

6.6% ABV | 9 BU

Made with nearly 500 pounds of locally grown Hood River peaches, Pêche Mode spends almost a year resting on the fruit with Double Mountain’s house yeast and Brettanomyces Claussenii. Bright peach aromatics mingle with lively citrus and delicate farmhouse character, finishing crisp, dry, and refreshingly tart.

Both Pêche Mode 2025 and Devil’s Cuvée Kriek 2024 are available in 375mL bottles at all Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery locations. Draft appearances will be limited while supplies last.

ABOUT DOUBLE MOUNTAIN BREWERY & CIDERY

Double Mountain is a Brewery & Cidery based in Hood River, Oregon that extends a warm welcome to all. Our brewery in Hood River boasts our original taproom where you can experience the heart of our craft. We have two additional taprooms in Portland, located in the Woodstock and Overlook neighborhoods, and a kitchen at the Aladdin Theater, open during showtimes. We strive to create a living room atmosphere, where we spin vinyl, offer weekly free live music, and host trivia nights. Our food philosophy revolves around sharing moments with friends. We offer various New Haven-style pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and an array of other dishes that proudly steer clear of the fryer. We take pride in our hop-forward beers, crisp unsweetened dry-ciders, and house-made n/a root beer and ginger ale. We hope you’ll stop by and share a pint with us!

Double Mountain may be found on tap and in refillable bottles throughout the Pacific Northwest.

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Announced last week, Stone Brewing’s Chill Villain IPA is the third and final release in the brewery’s 2026 seasonal innovation series, available exclusively in Southern California from July 2026 through December 2026.

At 7% ABV, and 43 IBU, this West Coast-style IPA is available in 16-ounce six-packs and on draft.

Brewed with Simcoe and Citra hops, and Strata Quantum Bright Hop Extract, it’s been described as having aromas of lime, pine, pineapple, floral notes and white raspberry. On the palate, ruby grapefruit, mango, lime and subtle dankness mingle with light malt sweetness, finishing crisp, dry and lightly bitter.

If you want to learn more about this release, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

SAN DIEGO, CA – Stone Brewing announces the launch of Stone Chill Villain IPA, the third and final release from the brewery’s 2026 seasonal innovation series. Amply hopped yet easy to crush, Stone Chill Villain brings a refreshing twist to the West Coast IPA style.

Stone Chill Villain (7% ABV) was developed at the small-batch innovation brewery at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens - Liberty Station. It is now available on draft and in 16oz PakTech six-packs throughout Southern California.

Kris Ketcham, Senior Manager of Brewing & Innovation, took two of his favorite hops, Simcoe and Citra, then added a touch of Strata Quantum Bright Hop Extract to accentuate the fruit attributes and underlying dankness. In a departure from tradition, the beer was fermented with Stone’s house lager yeast to deliver a uniquely crisp and crushable IPA.

“Stone Chill Villain trades on our reputation for assertive West Coast IPAs such as Stone IPA and Stone Delicious IPA,” Ketcham said. “It’s a little more relaxed, but it still packs a punch.”

The resulting beer offers floral aromas of lime, pine, pineapple and white raspberry. Waves of citrus, mango, ruby grapefruit and subtle malt sweetness mingle with hints of dankness on a light, dry finish.

Trailblazers of the West Coast IPA style, Stone Brewing launched its three-part seasonal series earlier this year with Stone Green Buds IPA and Stone Live Current IPA. Stone Chill Villain IPA now punctuates the series while setting the pace for future seasonals and continued innovation at Liberty Station.

Find Stone Chill Villain IPA now through the end of 2026 using the Stone Beer Finder at Find.StoneBrewing.com.

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BEER QUICK FACTS

Name: Stone Chill Villain IPA

Web: [www.stonebrewing.com/beer/seasonal-rotation/stone-chill-villain-ipa](http://www.stonebrewing.com/beer/seasonal-rotation/stone-chill-villain-ipa)

Stats: 7% ABV, 43 IBUs

Availability: Southern California Only, July - December 2026

Packaging: 16oz six-packs (PakTech) & Draft

TASTING NOTES

Appearance: Clear, light yellow, thin white head.

Aroma: Lime, pine, pineapple, floral, herbal, white raspberry

Taste: Ruby grapefruit, mango, lime, dank, light malt sweetness,

Palate: Light, crisp and dry with hints of sweetness and bitterness on the finish

About Stone Brewing

Founded in 1996, Stone Brewing pioneered the West Coast Style IPA, helping to fuel the modern craft beer revolution and inspire generations of beer fanatics. Today, Stone operates Tap Rooms throughout Southern California as well as its innovation brewery located at the destination Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens - Liberty Station. Stone offers a wide range of craft beers including its most popular Stone IPA, Stone Delicious IPA and Stone Buenaveza. Stone has twice been called the “All-time Top Brewery on Planet Earth” by BeerAdvocate. To find Stone beers, visit find.stonebrewing.com. For more information on Stone Brewing visit stonebrewing.com or @StoneBrewing on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

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Single Hill Brewing is adding Greenway Pale Ale to its core lineup in early August, replacing Lateral A IPA in Seattle-area retail accounts and at the brewery's two taprooms. Available on draft and in 16-ounce cans, the 5.2% ABV West Coast-style pale ale (35 IBU) is brewed with Riwaka, Mosaic and Centennial hops over a pilsner malt base, offering pine and lime zest aromatics with a crackery malt backbone. The brewery says the beer provides hop-forward drinkers with "a lighter, everyday option."

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Single Hill Brewing Retires Lateral A, Introduces Greenway Pale Ale to Core Lineup

New West coast–style pale ale debuts in Seattle this August, rounding out Single Hill's core beer lineup

YAKIMA, WA — Single Hill Brewing Company will add Greenway Pale Ale to its core lineup in early August, replacing longtime staple Lateral A IPA in retail accounts across the greater Seattle area and at both of the brewery's retail locations. The beer will be available on draft and in 16-oz cans.

Greenway is a modern, West Coast–style pale ale brewed with Riwaka, Mosaic, and Centennial hops over a pilsner malt base. At 5.2% ABV and 35 IBU, it's built to be lower in strength than the IPAs it sits alongside, with pine and lime zest aromatics and a crackery malt backbone.

The change keeps Single Hill's core lineup at four beers, swapping one of its IPAs for a pale ale that the brewery says gives hop-forward drinkers a lighter, everyday option alongside its existing core beers.

"We've been working on these lighter, hop-forward beers as rotators for years, and decided it was finally time to put our signature on a pale ale that will be available every day, all year round," said Andrew Pytel, Director of Sales and Marketing at Single Hill Brewing. "Lateral A is a great beer, but it overlapped too much with our other core IPAs and rotating IPAs. We think it will have more time to shine as a rotating option."

Lateral A isn't disappearing for good. The brewery plans to bring it back seasonally as Fresh Hop Lateral A and as an occasional rotating release.

Greenway will roll out to Single Hill's two retail locations and Seattle-area accounts in the first week of August; further distribution details will follow.

About Single Hill Brewing

Single Hill Brewing was founded in 2018 in Yakima, WA to create good times and great beer. The Yakima valley produces over 75% of the world's hops, and Single Hill is known for making good use of them—frequently winning awards for their hop-forward beers. To learn more, visit their website at www.singlehillbrewing.com.

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Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery has partnered with Everybody’s Brewing, Solera Brewery and Portland’s Horse Brass Pub to release It’s About the Beer, a 6% ABV West Coast IPA commemorating the pub’s 50th anniversary. Available now in 500ml refillable bottles at Double Mountain taprooms and select retailers, the beer pours an English copper hue with aromas of grapefruit, Cara Cara orange, Meyer lemon and fresh biscuit, finishing with a crisp malt backbone and citrus-forward hop character from Centennial, Citra, Cascade and Simcoe hops.

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Celebrating 50 Years of the Horse Brass Pub with a Gorge Collaboration

Some places don’t just serve great beer; they help shape beer culture itself. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Portland’s legendary Horse Brass Pub, Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery teamed up with Everybody’s Brewing, Solera Brewery, and the Horse Brass to create It’s About the Beer, a classic West Coast IPA brewed in honor of one of Oregon’s most influential craft beer institutions.

Pouring a polished English copper hue with bright aromas of grapefruit, Cara Cara orange, Meyer lemon, and fresh biscuit, It’s About the Beer delivers everything fans love about a timeless West Coast IPA. At 6% ABV and 40 IBUs, it’s a beer designed for another pint and good conversation.

The collaboration pays tribute to the Horse Brass Pub’s founder, Don Younger, whose passion for great beer helped lay the foundation for Oregon’s craft brewing scene. His famous saying, “It’s not about the beer. It’s about the beer,” became the inspiration behind both the beer and its name.

“Without the Horse Brass, the craft brewing industry would be in a much different spot,” said Matt Swihart, brewmaster at Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery. “Don Younger championed local craft breweries long before it was fashionable, and the pub continues to pour some of the finest beer you’ll find anywhere. It was an honor to collaborate with Everybody’s Brewing, Solera Brewery, and the Horse Brass team on a beer that reflects what we all love to drink.”

Swihart worked alongside Doug Ellenberger of Everybody’s Brewing, Jason Kahler of Solera Brewery, and Jerry Fechter of the Horse Brass to develop a recipe that celebrates the enduring appeal of the West Coast IPA. Built on a clean, crisp malt backbone with a touch of Crystal 45 for color and a nod to classic IPA recipes, the beer showcases an abundance of Centennial, Citra, Cascade, and Simcoe hops, including Cryo Centennial for an extra burst of citrus character.

The collaboration is also an invitation to experience one of Portland’s most beloved beer destinations.

“If you haven’t been to the Horse Brass, here’s your excuse,” Swihart added. “Grab a pasty or fish and chips, throw a few darts, enjoy a pint or a cask ale, and strike up a conversation with someone new. As they’ve said for 50 years, ‘You’re a stranger no more when you walk through the door of the ol’ Horse Brass Pub.’”

It’s About the Beer

West Coast IPA

ABV: 6% | BU: 40

Without the Horse Brass, the craft brewing industry would be in a much different spot. Together with Everybody’s Brewing and Solera Brewery, we pay homage in the way we know how: with a quality beer.

It's About the Beer is now available in 500ml refillable bottles at all Double Mountain taprooms and select retailers. Cheers to 50 years!

ABOUT DOUBLE MOUNTAIN BREWERY & CIDERY

Double Mountain is a Brewery & Cidery based in Hood River, Oregon that extends a warm welcome to all. Our brewery in Hood River boasts our original taproom where you can experience the heart of our craft. We have two additional taprooms in Portland, located in the Woodstock and Overlook neighborhoods, and a kitchen at the Aladdin Theater, open during showtimes. We strive to create a living room atmosphere, where we spin vinyl, offer weekly free live music, and host trivia nights. Our food philosophy revolves around sharing moments with friends. We offer various New Haven-style pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and an array of other dishes that proudly steer clear of the fryer. We take pride in our hop-forward beers, crisp unsweetened dry-ciders, and house-made n/a root beer and ginger ale. We hope you’ll stop by and share a pint with us!

Double Mountain may be found on tap and in refillable bottles throughout the Pacific Northwest.

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Chuckanut Brewery has released its West Coast IPA, now available throughout the Pacific Northwest and at the brewery's South Nut Tap Room in Skagit Valley. Brewed with Rahr "To Thee" Pils malt, Skagit Valley Maltings Thunder Pale malt, and Mosaic, Citra and El Dorado hops, the beer offers tropical and citrus aromas, a piney bitterness and a crisp finish. As the brewery describes it, the IPA was "lovingly brewed for hop and IPA lovers all over," delivering "a clean, crispy finish with every sip."

For more information, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

Believe it or not, Chuckanut Brewery has brewed up an amazing West Coast IPA. This vibrant, refreshing IPA is golden, hoppy, tropical and crisp. This beer was lovingly brewed for hop and IPA lovers all over. Chuckanut's IPA takes advantage of West Coast hops bursting with tropical and citrus fruit aromas followed by a dry hopping with Mosaic hops. A delicious, piney bitterness leads to a clean, crispy finish with every sip of Chuckanut Brewery's West Coast IPA.

Chuckanut takes advantage of Rahr's "To Thee" Pils malt and Skagit Valley Maltings Thunder Pale malts for a solid malt backbone . The inclusion of not only Mosaic hops but also Citra and El Dorado from NW hop farms helps to give the beer it's IPA and tropical flavors. 

West Coast IPA is great paired with fresh grilled fish tacos topped with a vibrant mango salsa, yum! Available around the northwest in cans and on draft and now on tap and available "to go" at Chuckanut Brewery's South Nut Tap Room in Skagit Valley! 

Chuckanut Brewery brews award winning Lagers and Ales and has won Large Brewery of the Year at WA Beer Awards 2017, 2019 and 2021 and Small Brewery at the GABF 2009 & 2011. The production facility and Tap Room is in Skagit Valley at 11937 Higgins Airport Way, Burlington, WA. Chuckanut welcomes guests of all ages and has indoor and outdoor seating! Check out additional information about Chuckanut at chuckanutbrewery.com.

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Firestone Walker has released its latest 2026 IPA Mixed Pack (12 x 12-ounce cans), celebrating the brewery's 30th anniversary with four hop-forward beers. Now rolling out across all Firestone Walker markets, the pack includes the return of mixed pack exclusives Electric Eagle (7% ABV) and Easy Jack (4.2% ABV), alongside Firestone IPA (6.5% ABV) and Union Jack (7% ABV). Flavor highlights range from vibrant citrus and tropical hops to passionfruit, pineapple and citrus-forward notes.

If you want to learn more, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

Paso Robles, CA – Firestone Walker introduces its next 2026 IPA Mixed Pack as a special selection of hop-forward beers that go to the heart of West Coast California beer culture, including the return of two pack exclusives—Electric Eagle and Easy Jack.

Landing amid Firestone Walker’s 30th anniversary year, this latest mixed pack is a hand-picked lineup of award-winning, style-defining beers, all brewed with a signature dedication to craftsmanship and flavor. No weak links—just four beers that stand shoulder-to-shoulder in a box built for true hop heads. The latest IPA Mixed Pack (12x12oz cans) is now rolling out to all Firestone Walker markets.

“This new pack captures the range of what West Coast IPA brewing can be, from classic expressions to newer flavors that push the style forward,” said Brewmaster Matt Brynildson. “It also reflects our decades-long passion for creating hop-forward beers with balance, flavor and a distinct California point of view.”

Electric Eagle: West Coast IPA | 7% ABV

Two Central Coast icons are making noise with the return of Electric Eagle, a West Coast IPA brewed by Firestone Walker in collaboration with legendary guitar string maker Ernie Ball. With input from their friends at Ernie Ball, the Firestone Walker brewing team has pulled out all the stops to infuse Electric Eagle with explosive hop character in a progressive West Coast IPA style. A Firestone Mixed Pack exclusive.

Easy Jack: Session IPA | 4.2% ABV

This year marks the return of Easy Jack, Firestone Walker’s pioneering session IPA. First launched in 2014, Easy Jack was renowned for packing a classic IPA punch in a low ABV format, and it now resurfaces for the first time in five years. A full-flavored IPA that you can enjoy without tapping out early, Easy Jack packs vibrant citrus and tropical hop notes into a crisp 4.2% ABV package, making it the ultimate summertime IPA. A Firestone Mixed Pack exclusive.

Firestone IPA: West Coast IPA | 6.5% ABV

Firestone IPA is a future-forward beer born of West Coast roots and Firestone Walker flair. This is a beer that draws from the brewery’s nearly 20 years of experience with the ever-evolving West Coast IPA style. Liberally dry-hopped with Mosaic and Strata hops, Firestone IPA is loaded with fresh passionfruit, pineapple and citrus flavors that keep you coming back for more. A Gold Medal winner at the 2024 European Beer Star Awards and a Firestone Mixed Pack exclusive.

Union Jack: West Coast IPA | 7% ABV

Union Jack is the original Firestone West Coast IPA, brewed on the Central Coast since 2006. Union Jack is the IPA that helped blaze the trail for the revolutionary West Coast style. Named for the British Lion who co-founded the brewery, Union Jack is intensely hoppy yet eminently drinkable from start to finish. A fad-proof IPA for any hop head, and a Gold Medal winner at the 2025 World Beer Cup.

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About Firestone Walker

Firestone Walker proudly celebrates 30 years in 2026. Founded by brothers-in-law Adam Firestone and David Walker, Firestone Walker is a family-led second-generation brewery based on California’s Central Coast. Helmed by Nick Firestone and decorated Brewmaster Matt Brynildson, Firestone Walker's main brewery in Paso Robles produces a robust lineup of award-winning beers including 805, California's #1 craft beer brand established in 2012; Mind Haze, a top 5 national hazy IPA; and Cali Squeeze, one of the nation's fastest-growing beer brands. The Firestone brand family also includes iconic beers such as DBA, Union Jack, and Pivo Pils, as well as the storied Vintage Series of barrel-aged strong ales led by Parabola. As a California beer company, Firestone Walker also has two additional locations: the Barrelworks wild ale cellar in Santa Barbara County and the Propagator R&D brewhouse in Venice. In 2026, Firestone Walker assumed stewardship of two iconic California brands: Stone Brewing and Trumer Pils USA. More at FirestoneWalker.com.

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Maui Brewing Co. has expanded its Maui Light lineup with Maui Light NA, its first packaged non-alcoholic beer, rolling out now in 6-packs at select Hawaii retailers and restaurants. Previously available only on draft as Maui Lime NA, the brew offers a light, crisp profile with a hint of lime, contains less than 0.5% ABV and 35 calories, and is designed for anytime drinking. Developed in partnership with Deschutes Brewery using specialized NA brewing technology, the release reflects growing demand for alcohol-free beer. Currently it’s an exclusive in Hawaii.

For more information, please read the press release below.

Press Release

Kihei, Hawaii (July 7, 2026) – Maui Brewing Company, Hawaii’s premier beverage company, is introducing Maui Light NA, the company’s first packaged non-alcoholic brew as an extension of the Maui Light brand. Light and crisp with a hint of lime, Maui Light NA is made for the laid-back moments that define island life.

Clean, crushable, and easy-to-enjoy any time, any place, Maui Light NA delivers everything the Maui Light name promises at less than 0.5% ABV and just 35 calories. The brew first poured on draft in Maui’s taprooms statewide back in 2022 as Maui Lime NA, where it quickly earned a loyal local following. Now, the island favorite is hitting cans for the first time, reimagined as part of the Maui Light family.

“I’m a beer guy, and Maui Light NA means more moments to crack one open,” said Garrett Marrero, CEO and co-founder of Maui Brewing Co. “We brewed Maui Light NA for the sunrise paddle-outs, the big training days, the motorcyclists, the pilots, and the designated drivers who still want in on the fun. A laid-back brew to enjoy any time, any place.”

Though NA beer is still a small segment of the overall category, as Hawaii’s top local brand with four restaurants and a fiercely loyal fanbase, having a great offering in the space was a must. “We aim to be Hawaii’s total beverage solution, and that means showing up for our fans and our guests in every moment,” Marrero added.

Bringing a non-alcoholic brew to package has been a longtime goal for Maui Brewing as NA continues to surge as one of the fastest-rising segments in beer. Producing safe, quality non-alcoholic beer takes highly specialized and expensive equipment, so MBC teamed up with Deschutes Brewery in Bend, Oregon to bring Maui Light NA to life. Tapping into Deschutes’ best-in-class equipment and proprietary NA brewing methods, the two breweries worked side by side to dial in the recipe and make sure the final product cleared Maui’s high bar for quality.

Maui Light NA arrives on the momentum of Maui Light Lager, which launched across Hawaii in spring 2026 and quickly became a go-to favorite for beach days and life’s lighter moments. A 12-pack of the 4.0% ABV Maui Light Lager is slated to debut in the coming months, with exciting extensions already in the works.

Maui Light NA is rolling out now in 6-packs at select Hawaii retailers and restaurants.

For more information on Maui Brewing Co., visit MauiBrewing.com or follow @MauiBrewingCo on Facebook and Instagram.

About Maui Brewing Co.
Established in 2005, Maui Brewing Co. is an award-winning brewery dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and quality. Its portfolio of brands includes Maui Brewing Company, Maui Hard Seltzer, Maui Island Spirits, and Kupu Spirits. Based in Kihei, Hawaii, Maui Brewing is the 33rd largest craft brewery by volume with distribution in select US markets and countries around the world.

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Registration is now open for the 2026 Washington Beer Awards, with Washington breweries able to enter the state's only brewery-exclusive, blind-judged beer competition through July 24. The awards recognize brewing excellence, provide judges' feedback to entrants and promote Washington craft beer both statewide and nationally. Blind judging will take place September 12-13, with winners announced November 3 during the Washington Craft Beer Summit. "We are looking forward to recognizing even more excellent Washington beers this year! Keep the great brews flowing!" Entries, rules and fees are available online.

For more information, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

Washington Brewers,
The registration window for the 2026 Washington Beer Awards opens today. Breweries can register at wabeerawards.com/registration/ from now through July 24th when registration closes.

The Washington Beer Awards is Washington-only competition provides an opportunity for all of Washington’s craft brewers to compete in a blind judging format. It allows recognition of brewing excellence in Washington and provides feedback supporting future competition entry decisions. Our goal is to provide an unbiased and affordable competition for Washington brewers and raise awareness of Washington craft beer both within the state and on the national level.

After the registration period closes, entries will be confirmed and further entry submission information will be provided. You can find specific rules, entry fees, the registration link, and other entry information at http://www.wabeerawards.com/brewers.

If you have any questions about the competition or need any advice or tips for entering a beer, the competition organizers are willing to provide all of the help you need to ensure your beers are judged as well as possible. Just shoot us an e-mail at organizers@wabeerawards.com and we’ll respond to you as soon as possible.

For those of you choosing to enter, thanks again for your participation in the event. We are looking forward to recognizing even more excellent Washington beers this year! Keep the great brews flowing!

Cheers,
Mark Emiley & Peter Twigg
WABA Organizers
organizers@wabeerawards.com

Key Dates:
July 3rd - July 24th: Online Registration is open
July 27th - 30th: Entry Confirmation: Breweries will receive email confirmation of their entries
August 4th: Invoices for Entry Fees will be mailed
August 14th – August 28th: Entry drop-off/mailing window
August 28th: Entry Fees Due
September 12th-13th: Blind Judging
November 3rd: Awards Ceremony - Washington Craft Beer Summit - more details to come

PLEASE NOTE: Participation in the Washington Beer Awards is not correlated in any way with participation in the Washington Craft Beer Summit. They are separate events and have separate registrations.

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Award-winning Chuckanut Brewery is moving its annual Oktoberfest celebration to August 29, rebranding it Auktoberfest to take advantage of warmer, drier weather. The free-entry, family-friendly event encourages guests to don traditional Oktoberfest attire and enjoy German-inspired games, yodeling and costume contests, dancing, food and the brewery's acclaimed lagers. Chuckanut has been named Washington Beer Awards Large Brewery of the Year three times (2017, 2019, 2021) and Great American Beer Festival Small Brewery of the Year twice (2009, 2011). "Join this fun, traditional family style Oktoberfest that includes something for everyone."

For more information, we have included the full press release.

Press Release

Chuckanut Brewery will be celebrating Oktoberfest earlier than usual this year and because festivities happen in August the festival has been dubbed Auktoberfest! Traditionally Chuckanut Oktoberfest is the second weekend in September but that's changing this year to take advantage of better weather. Chuckanut is hoping for warmer, drier weather, for Auktoberfest the last weekend in August on August 29th 11am-8pm. Join this fun, traditional family style Oktoberfest that includes something for everyone.

Contests of strength and skill (Liter Holding), Eye Hand coordination (Hammerschlagen) and more will happen outside or under the big ole tent if the weather does not cooperate. Wear your Oktoberfest costumes and start vocalizing because if you want to enter the Yodeling or Costume contest  you'll be ready! The big party celebrating the coming of fall happens August 29th at Chuckanut Brewery, 11937 Higgins Airport Way, Burlington in Skagit Valley.

Chuckanut Brewery’s Auktoberfest encourages everyone to have a good time. Entry is free for all. Besides all the contests and chicken dancing you can also have fun playing garden games and board games. There will be lots to do all day and into the night. And did we mention there will be lots of great biers and food? Chuckanut’s award winning German style biers like Dunkel Lager, Fest Bier, and Kolsch along with Bohemian Pilsner, Polish Grodziskie and some American style hoppy beers will be on tap too and available for toasting. Enjoy Brats, Pretzels and Candies to fill your tummies! Don't forget to pick up some cans to take home for your own traditional Oktoberfest later in September! Mark your calendars for August 29th and make sure to join the celebration at Chuckanut, Prost!

Chuckanut Brewery brews award winning Lagers and Ales and has won Large Brewery of the Year at WA Beer Awards 2017, 2019 and 2021 and Small Brewery at the GABF 2009 & 2011. The production facility and Tap Room is in Skagit Valley at 11937 Higgins Airport Way, Burlington, WA. Chuckanut welcomes guests of all ages and has indoor and outdoor seating! Check out additional information about Chuckanut at chuckanutbrewery.com.

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Chuckanut Brewery has released its annual Summer Pale Ale, a seasonal beer brewed with Washington-grown hops and a touch of wheat malt for a dry backbone. Dry-hopped with Galaxy, Strata and Mosaic, the pale ale offers pronounced fruit aromas alongside light gold color, citrus-forward hop character and a crisp, dry finish. Designed for warm-weather drinking, it is recommended alongside barbecue favorites including burgers, salmon and vegetables. The brewery says the beer is available now in cans and on draft throughout the Pacific Northwest.

If you want to learn more, we have included the press release

Press Release

Chuckanut Brewery brews up a new Summer Pale Ale every summer to enjoy when the weather turns bright and sunny. This year's Summer is bursting with fruit aromas from the use of our WA state hops. Summer Pale Ale incorporates a pinch of wheat malt to provide a dry backbone for the soft fruity hop notes. This year's ale is dry-hopped with Galaxy, Strata and Mosaic hops bringing out a punch of aromas that shine through. Accompanied by a crisp finish, Chuckanut Summer Pale Ale is sure to be a top summer beer of choice.

With its light gold, hoppy, citrusy flavors and dry finish Chuckanut Summer Pale Ale is the go to beer for BBQ's, whether it's burgers, salmon or veggies this Pale Ale brings the flavor of sunshine to your taste buds! Find it in cans or on draft at your favorite NW grocery, pub, bottle-shop or restaurant!

Chuckanut Brewery brews award winning Lagers and Ales and has won Large Brewery of the Year at WA Beer Awards 2017, 2019 and 2021 and Small Brewery at the GABF 2009 & 2011. The production facility and Tap Room is in Skagit Valley at 11937 Higgins Airport Way, Burlington, WA. Chuckanut welcomes guests of all ages and has indoor and outdoor seating! Check out additional information about Chuckanut at chuckanutbrewery.com.

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The Horse Brass Pub will mark its 50th anniversary with a week-long celebration from July 10–16, 2026, at its Southeast Portland home. Founded in 1976 by Don Younger, the iconic English-style pub helped shape Oregon's craft beer scene and will commemorate the milestone with anniversary collaboration beers, live music, industry events and historical displays in its newly opened Pony Room. Featured releases include Russian River Brewing's Don the Younger Session IPA alongside collaborations from more than a dozen breweries and cider makers.

For more information, including a complete breakdown of collaborations and the nearly week-long schedule, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

PORTLAND, Ore. — (June 30, 2026) — The Horse Brass Pub, one of Portland’s most beloved beer destinations and a defining institution in Oregon craft beer history, will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a week of events at 4534 SE Belmont St. from Friday, July 10 through Thursday, July 16, 2026.

Founded in 1976 by Don Younger, Horse Brass played a vital role in shaping Oregon’s beer culture. Long before the city’s craft brewing reputation turned it into a beer-lovers’ destination, Horse Brass was pouring imports, cask ales, and the earliest Oregon microbrews. It gave fledgling local breweries a place to be discovered and provided brewers, drinkers, writers, regulars, and future publicans a place to talk shop and bond over a few pints.

For five decades, the pub has remained a destination and one of the city’s greatest equalizing rooms, with old-timers seated next to newcomers, brewers next to bartenders, and industry legends next to someone walking in for their first proper pint. The dark wood, darts, fish and chips, cask ale, and history displayed on every wall evoke a singular blend of old Portland and old England.

The celebration comes in the same year that Horse Brass co-owner Jerry Fechter was inducted into the Oregon Beer Awards Hall of Fame, a fitting honor for one of the people helping carry the pub’s legacy into its next chapter.

“When most people think of Horse Brass, they think of the beer first. But for me, it’s the people,” said Fechter. “The brewers, our staff, our regulars, the musicians, the spirit of Don, and everyone who has stepped through our doors. For fifty years we’ve been transporting people to an English pub in the heart of Portland, and this celebration is for every one of them.”

Younger’s legacy is inseparable from the story of Oregon beer. He is remembered as one of the great American publicans and a vital early supporter of the region’s emerging microbrewery scene. Horse Brass is widely credited as a place where Oregon brewers found an audience, and where the industry-changing 1985 Oregon Brewpub Bill was discussed among key industry figures.

The anniversary week will also give many guests their first look at the Pony Room, the Horse Brass Pub’s newly opened companion space across the breezeway from the main pub. The room occupies the former Belmont Station storefront and now gives the Horse Brass additional room for private gatherings, busy nights, and special events. During the 50th celebration, it will serve as both overflow space and a living archive, with historic photos, breweriana, rare keepsakes, and pieces of Oregon beer history on display. The room also includes its own small bar setup and a newly completed stained-glass piece by Alan Sprints of Hair of the Dog Brewing.

The celebration kicks off on Friday, July 10 with the tapping of a series of special anniversary collaboration beers and cider brewed or blended with friends of the pub. The lineup includes Russian River’s special anniversary release, Don the Younger, along with collaborations with Double Mountain, Solera, Everybody’s Brewing, Ninkasi, Ecliptic, Gigantic, Fort George, Lompoc, Breakside, Sunriver, Bauman’s Cider, McMenamins, Widmer Brothers, Migration, and Georgetown, among others. Beers will rotate throughout the week, with the newly opened Pony Room available for overflow on busier nights.

On Saturday, July 11, Horse Brass will honor what would have been Don Younger’s 86th birthday with cake and a special toast at 5 p.m. Younger’s presence lives on in the pub’s character, beer list, and sense of humor.

Sunday, July 12 brings Tom May & Friends at 2 p.m. May, now 78, has been performing his folk music at Horse Brass since its first year. 

Monday, July 13 celebrates the birth of punk rock, also 50 years ago. The Punk Rock Review begins at 8 p.m., featuring Renegade Leathers, Velvet Merkin, and Stumblebum.

Tuesday, July 14 features the Buds of May Revival from 8 to 10 p.m., with legendary Portland brewer John Harris joining a night of bluegrass and psychedelic jam rock.

Wednesday, July 15 is Craft Industry Night, with Ben Love of Gigantic Brewing spinning the sounds of ‘76 from 8 p.m. to midnight. Brewers, cidermakers, and industry friends from across the Pacific Northwest will gather for a night honoring the pub’s deep ties to the regional beer community. A group photo is planned for 9 p.m., and the Pony Room will be open with historic photos laid out for guests to help identify the people, moments, and memories captured over the years.

Last call for the first 50 will be Thursday, July 16 with The Rolling Tones, a Rolling Stones tribute band, playing from 8 to 11 p.m.

Horse Brass Pub Anniversary Collabs

Brewers (all in collaboration with Horse Brass Pub)

Double Mountain, Solera, Everybody's Brewing

Russian River Brewing

Ninkasi, Ecliptic Brewing

Gigantic, Fort George, Lompoc

Breakside Brewing, Sunriver

Bauman's Cider

McMenamins

Widmer Bros.

Migration Brewing, Puff Coffee

Georgetown Brewing

Name

“It’s About the Beer”

Don the Younger

Younger Special IPA

Thrupple IPA 2005

Mad Hatter IPA**

Special Dry Blend

Sunflower IPA

Wheat from Beyond

Clem's Coffee Cream Ale

The Bitter Horseman

Style

West Coast IPA

Session IPA

West Coast IPA

West Coast IPA

West Coast IPA

Cider

IPA

Dunkel

Coffee Cream Ale

ESB

* Don Younger was known for his quote, “It’s not about the beer. It’s about the beer.” 

** Named after one of Don Younger’s earlier bars

Horse Brass Pub 50th Anniversary Schedule

Friday, July 10
Collaboration Release Day featuring anniversary beers and cider brewed or blended with friends of Horse Brass. Pony Room open.

Saturday, July 11
Don Younger’s 86th Birthday celebration with cake and a special toast at 5 p.m.

Sunday, July 12
Tom May & Friends at 2 p.m.

Monday, July 13
Punk Rock Review at 8 p.m. with Renegade Leathers, Velvet Merkin, and Stumblebum.

Tuesday, July 14
Buds of May Revival from 8 to 10 p.m.

Wednesday, July 15
Craft Industry Night with DJ Love from 8 p.m. to midnight. Group photo planned for 9 p.m. Pony Room open with historic photos for guests to help identify.

Thursday, July 16
The Rolling Tones, Rolling Stones tribute band, from 8 to 11 p.m.

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About Horse Brass Pub

Founded in 1976, Horse Brass Pub helped introduce Portland drinkers to the depth, range, and community spirit that would come to define Oregon craft beer. For 50 years Horse Brass has served as a gathering place for brewers, beer lovers, musicians, regulars, and visitors from around the world.

With its classic English pub atmosphere, deep tap list, and long-standing connection to the region’s brewing industry, Horse Brass became a place where beer history was made one pint, one conversation, and one song at a time.

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Mother Earth Brew Co. and Cordova Outdoors have partnered to launch Roam Free IPA, a limited-release West Coast IPA created to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. Available beginning the week of June 18, 2026, it’s packaged in 16-ounce four-packs and on draft across Mother Earth’s distribution footprint. Brewed with 100% American-grown ingredients, the 6.7% ABV IPA features Simcoe, Citra, Strata and Idaho 7 hops, with double dry-hopping delivering aromas and flavors of passionfruit, lime zest, mango, papaya and pine resin before a crisp finish. A limited-edition 45-quart Cordova cooler is available via the outdoor retailer’s website.

For more information on Mother' Earth’s West Coast IPA and their collaboration with Cordova, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

Vista, CA & Nampa, ID – June 18th, 2026. Mother Earth Brew Co. and Cordova Outdoors have teamed up to release Roam Free IPA, a collaboration brewed in honor of America's 250th anniversary and inspired by a shared belief that freedom is best celebrated outdoors.

From campfires and lake days to road trips and backyard gatherings, Roam Free IPA celebrates the experiences that make those freedoms meaningful. As longtime admirers of the Cordova brand, the team at Mother Earth saw an opportunity to partner with a company that shares their appreciation for craftsmanship, adventure, and making the most of every opportunity to get outside.

"At first glance, a brewery and a cooler company might seem like an unusual pairing," said Kamron Khannakhjavani, Director of Marketing for Mother Earth Brew Co. "But this collaboration wasn't about combining recipes - it was about celebrating the experiences that great beer was made for. From campfires and lake days to tailgates and road trips, both brands share an appreciation for the outdoors and the moments that bring people together."

Cordova’s Stevi Fanning, Director of Sales and Marketing, goes on:

“Some things just belong together. Great beer and dependable coolers have been part of outdoor adventures for generations. Roam Free celebrates the freedom to explore, spend more time in the wild, and make memories with the people around you. We're proud to bring together two Idaho brands in a collaboration that honors 250 years of American independence and the outdoor spirit that continues to define it."

To further commemorate the collaboration, Cordova Outdoors is offering a limited run of custom Roam Free 45-quart coolers featuring artwork inspired by the beer and the spirit of adventure that brought the partnership together. Available exclusively through Cordova's website, cordovaoutdoors.com, the coolers offer another way for fans to celebrate 250 years of independence and the freedom to enjoy the outdoors.

The beer itself further reinforces the spirit of the collab - Brewed exclusively with 100% American-grown ingredients, Roam Free IPA is a modern West Coast IPA featuring Simcoe, Citra, Strata, and Idaho 7 hops. Double dry-hopping creates expressive aromas while notes of tropical passionfruit, lime zest, mango, papaya, and sticky pine resin give way to a crisp, refreshing finish. At 6.7% ABV and 55 IBUs, the beer was built for wherever adventure leads.

Roam Free IPA is available beginning this week in limited quantities on draft and in 16-ounce four-packs throughout Mother Earth Brew Co.'s distribution footprint.

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About Mother Earth Brew Co.

Mother Earth Brew Co. develops hand crafted artisanal ales in year-round, as well as seasonal and specialty offerings. With multi-state as well as international distribution serviced by breweries in Vista, CA and Nampa, ID; Mother Earth’s award-winning beers help define and maintain the standard of excellence expected of independent craft brewers.

For more information, contact:

Kamron Khannakhjavani, Director of Marketing, Mother Earth Brew Co. LLC; Tel: 1 (949) 254-2603

About Cordova Outdoors

When your livelihood depends on your gear, reliability isn't optional. That mindset has been part of Cordova from the beginning. Originally inspired by the needs of commercial deep sea fishermen who relied on their equipment day in and day out, we've always believed that products should be built to perform when it matters most. Today, that same philosophy drives us to create dependable gear that helps people stay out longer, explore farther, and make the most of their time outdoors.

TLDR;

Chuckanut Brewery and Von Ebert Brewing have partnered to create Volatility West Coast Pils, a collaborative lager inspired by Von Ebert's flagship Volatile Substance IPA. Brewed at Chuckanut Brewery in Washington, the limited-release beer combines Rahr "To Thee! Pils" and Weyermann Barke Vienna malts with Mosaic, Mosaic Cryo, Strata and Spalt hops. The result is a crisp, bright-gold West Coast Pils featuring flavors and aromas of citrus, tart berries and subtle pine. Volatility is now available on draft at Chuckanut's Tap Room and will debut at Von Ebert Brewing's Mississippi Avenue location in Portland on June 25 at 5:30 p.m.

If you want to learn more about this release, we’ve included the press release below.

Press Release

Almost two months ago Chuckanut Brewery in WA State invited Von Ebert Brewing in OR State to come up and collaborate on a beer together at Chuckanut. After much discussion both breweries decided it would be fun to work on a different rendition of Von Ebert's well known Volatile Substance IPA but this time as a Pilsner Lager. Von Ebert brought their own hand selected hops to make this whimsical West Coast Pils fun and interesting. Now that Volatility West Coast Pils is tapped at Chuckanut's Tap Room it will be tapped in Portland at the Mississippi Ave Von Ebert Brewing June 25th at 5:30pm. Cans of Chuckanut West Coast Pils are available only at selected locations around the NW.

Chuckanut and Von Ebert's West Coast Pils rendition is brilliantly crisp and bright gold. Using Rahr "To Thee! Pils and Weyermann Barke Vienna malts allows the Mosaic, Mosaic Cryo, Strata and Spalt hop characteristics to shine. Volatility WC Pils has flavors of citrus, tart berries and subtle pine notes. It's great paired with citrus marinated chicken or fish which brings out the fruit hop profile in the beer. Find it at Chuckanut Brewery in Skagit County, Von Ebert Brewing in Portland and a few very selected accounts on draft and in cans. Don't be disappointed, make sure to try it when you can find it! 

Chuckanut Brewery brews award winning Lagers and Ales and has won Large Brewery of the Year at WA Beer Awards 2017, 2019 and 2021 and Small Brewery at the GABF 2009 & 2011. The production facility and Tap Room is in Skagit Valley at 11937 Higgins Airport Way, Burlington, WA. Chuckanut welcomes guests of all ages and has indoor and outdoor seating! Check out additional information about Chuckanut at chuckanutbrewery.com.